In order to maintain your J-1 legal status the following documents must be up to date:
You should carry copies of your passport biographic page, visa, DS-2019 and I-94 information. However, if you are traveling domestically or internationally you must carry your original immigration documents.
You are also required to report to mgm casinoIS any changes to your program as soon as possible. These changes include: address, e-mail and telephone number. You need to contact mgm casinoIS (645-2355 or send an e-mail to immsvcga@buffalo.edu) each time you move and within 10 days of your move so we can update your SEVIS record. Other changes to your program that require notification to mgm casinoIS are:
Never work without authorization.
If a J-1 Scholar needs an extension of their DS-2019 in order to complete their research activity, the inviting mgm casino department must submit an extension request to mgm casinoIS. The extension request must be received by mgm casinoIS at least 2 months before the current DS-2019 expires. The Extension form can be downloaded from ()
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Contact
Email: immsvcga@buffalo.edu Tel. Number: (716) 645-2355